What Are You Going to Remember About This Summer?

GROWING IN ...... OUR REDEEMER Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church 715-453-4814 June 2013 Church Office: [email protected] Visit our website at: redeemertomahawk.org ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

What are you going to remember about this summer?

How many of us have great hopes for the summer. The winter has been long and now we are anxious for these three brief months of warm weather, time outside or time on the water— especially water that isn’t frozen. But, when the summer ends, how quickly the memories fade and we roll right into fall.

This summer, I am planning a summer to remember. I want us to have an experience that we will remember this fall and winter. That experience is in the Word.

During our confirmation ceremony, our young confirmands recited some of their 50 Bible passages they had learned. It is a great memory and a great gift to have God’s Word stored up in our hearts. Starting June 23, each Sunday, we will focus on one particular Bible passage. Throughout the week, you will be given various devotional thoughts to help you put that word in your heart.

By the end of summer, it is my prayer that you will have at least 10 Bible passages in your heart. Then, this fall, you will truly say—That was a summer to remember!

Opportunities to Grow in the Word!

Saturdays: 5:00 pm Sundays: 8:00 am & 10:30 am Bible Class/Sunday School: 9:00 am Time Change We will be going to the “summer” schedule beginning May 26 Saturdays: 5:00 pm Sundays: 8:00 am & 9:45 am

Mark your calendars!!!!!

VBS has been set for July 15-19, 2013

Opportunities to Grow in Fellowship!

Men’s Breakfast Study

Every Thursday: 7 a.m. The Bridge Inn

LADIES BIBLE STUDY Every Monday: 9 am At Church

Men’s Club June 24, 2013 5:00 pm With St. Peter’s of Schofield

Ladies’ Guild June 6 @ Hill of Beans Next Meeting: September 9

Quilting Wednesday, June 5, 2013 Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Quilting Area, 9-12 noon

YOUTH GROUP Watch for dates on email and Facebook

May 25, Highway Clean Up Brat Fry: June 22 July 13 August 17

MEN’S CLUB

The Redeemer Men's Club had their meeting on Tuesday, May 14, with only seven members present. Guy Klopatek and Bill Cook furnished the refreshments.

We had a short business meeting, with no games played. Guy reported that the Potato Pancake Supper earned about $430. We then made plans for our annual get together with the St. Peter church of Schofield. The event will be held on June 24, 2013 at Redeemer, rain or shine. All members are welcome.

The Men's Club invites all male Church members to join us on the second Tuesday of every month.

Ken Kenworthy

LADIES GUILD

Ladies Guild met on Monday, May 6, with 8 ladies present. Pastor did devotion on I Peter 2:18- 25.

Quilters are continuing to provide quilts to the hospital. A very nice thank you note from a recipient was read. A request has been made by LWMS that quilts be sent to Zambia. Dick Seufzer made crosses for the confirmands.

The Ladies Guild would like to give a big thank you to everyone who donated, help set up and take down and who worked the Rummage Sale. It was a huge success and certainly would not happen by itself. All items not purchased were taken to Dime and Dollar.

The Guild’s next meeting will be Thursday, June 6 for a luncheon at Hill of Bean. Guild will be off for the summer; next meeting is scheduled for September 9.

Respectfully submitted Louise Wright

PRAYER LIST

NEW PRAYERS: CHUCK CRASS: Chuck is the brother of Caroline and Pat Lemke. The Lord called him home. Pray that all of the family is comforted by the resurrection of the dead and reunion of all believers.

CAROLYN LORENZEN: has finished her chemotherapy treatments. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 9785 Deer Trail Rd. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

LOIS JANCIESKI: experienced a fall and is facing continuing issues. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 1057 Old Hwy 51 South, Woodruff, WI 54568.

WALTER & LUCILLE THOM : Walter, while still recovering from his stroke, had a heart procedure on Monday, May 20. Lucille is taking chemotherapy every 3 weeks. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 2193 Olson Rd.. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

PIETENPOL FAMILY: Neil and Carol’s son passed away in an accident. Please pray for them as well as their son’s family as they mourn his loss. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: W4517 Amanda Ln., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

MARV SIEVERT: Marv is experiencing some recovering. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: 1527 Cedar Ave., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

ALMA AHLES : Some of Alma’s ailments have returned. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: 480 Southgate Dr., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

BUD HUPFER: has finished his radiation treatments but still remains weak. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: 414 S. Tomahawk Ave., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

BILL FRIGO: received an emergency heart procedure. He is now home recovering. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to N10520 N. Pine Rd. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

DON ARNESON: received an emergency heart procedure. He is now home recovering and back to driving bus. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to W7270 Loop Rd. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

BRIAN DEWITT: On Friday, May 24, Brian will have shoulder surgery and recovery will last about 3 months. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 1404 Tannery Rd. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

ROSIE SWAN: had carpal tunnel surgery. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 1228 Swan Ave. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

TIM SCHUETZ: Tim is the son of Ellie Schuetz. Several weeks ago he had a heart procedure to correct arrhythmia. It didn’t work, so he is having another procedure on May 22. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to W3619 Myers Rd., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

ISAAC HENRY VERPOORTEN: was born to Kathy and Jason Verpoorten. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to W2609 Cty Rd. J, Gleason, WI 54435

ON-GOING PRAYERS: GLADYS GAUGER: continues to face leg problems. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to N10325 Horseshoe Rd. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

JOYCE VARGA: is taking chemotherapy treatments. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 9411 Cty Rd N. Tomahawk, WI 54487.

THE PARENTS OF JUDY KOSHAK : Judy’s parents continue to experiencing some difficult health issues. They live in Minnesota. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to 411 Somo Ave., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

IRENE UTTECH: continues to face some health issues. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: 109 W. Spirit, Tomahawk, WI 54487.

DICK LEIPSKI: Dick’s back problems continue. The snowbirds have returned north from Florida. Your cards and letters of encouragement can be sent to: W3637 Villa Rd., Tomahawk, WI 54487.

KIMBERLY BRODJIESKI: is on another month-long mission. Pray for God’s strength and protection.

NURSING HOME RESIDENTS: Golden Age, 720 E. Kings Ave., Tomahawk, WI 54487. Norma Loveless/Joe Conlan/Ruth Ligman

Riverview, 428 N 6th St, Tomahawk, WI 54487 Shirley Maki; Tammy Morren

Wausau: Dawn Gessler

PRAYERS FOR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES:

 Michele Wich: Friend of Schoenecks who is battling cancer  Kenny Kilman: Judy Lentz’ brother-in-law battling cancer  Rob Collette: Dave Bethel’s brother-in-law recovering from stroke  Charlene Jenne: Deanna Gestner’s mother with heart difficulties  Shirley Krueger: Linda Dobbs’ mother battling cancer  Uncle and Mother of Brenda Bartz

PRAYERS FOR GRADUATES AND CONFIRMANDS:

Alyssa Welch Bethany Koshak Kate Hegman Kelsey Maki Tony Schlueter Ben Bartz Erin Sparks Kyle Klopatek Tianna Frick Makala Bethel Mariah Bethel Phillip Bethel Andrew Cook Jessika Panzer

ELDER’S REPORT

United in Christ

Our Church family has shown so many times, and in so many ways, that we are united. We are united, because we trust in the word of God. When we worship together and enjoy fellowship together, we unite as a family of believers should. When we pray together, study God's word together, and serve together, we are united. When we forgive together, we show the greatest gift of unity, that gift would be love.

Our Triune God is the greatest example of unity there is. God the creator of the heavens and earth, gives us his Son, and his sacrifice, and the Holy Spirit, to cause us to have faith, hope, and love. All of these free gifts are what brings about our unity in Christ.

We are united together in our church family as equals. God doesn't play favorites in his family of believers. (Galatians 3:28) "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus". We all share the same forgiveness, because in God's sight we are equally sinful. None of us can feel that we are more deserving of God's grace than any other member of God's family. None of deserves God's grace. (Romans 3:23). "All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God".

So as we travel together, in unity of faith, because we are united in Christ, let us encourage each other and continue to meet together. Let us strive to make our church family stronger, and larger, as we are instructed in God's commission for us.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all of our fathers, as we celebrate that tradition on June 16.

Don Arneson, Chief Elder

LEARNING CENTER

Great News and much to my delight, the Learning Center has received a rating of 5 from Youngstar!! It has been a long and tedious road to get there, and to finally receive our 5 rating is a great joy. The teachers have all done an excellent job preparing for Youngstar and deserve your thanks and praise.

The Learning Center graduation is scheduled for Thursday, May 30, at 6:30pm. A light supper will be provided, but please let me know if you would like to attend so we can plan food accordingly. We are also scheduled for a Family Day on Friday, May 31.

And the days just keep on going. School is almost out, so this means that we begin our summer session at Redeemer. Things are sure to busy, busy, busy!!!

Carole Panzer Administrator

Redeemer would like to thank the Confirmation Class of 2013 for the gift of a new candle lighter/snuffer.

YOUTH GROUP REPORT

On May 8 for Ascension, the Youth Group did a Build-A-Burger for the Ascension dinner. We want to thank everyone who came and supported the Youth Group. It was time for a grilling event. We appreciate your generosity.

Youth Group Highway Clean up is scheduled for Saturday, May 25, beginning at 10am. We will enjoy some pizza after clean up. Brat frys are scheduled for June 22, July 13 and August 17. We will once again be in front of Great Lakes Foods. We look forward to seeing you on those Saturdays.

We are currently looking at attending a baseball game or maybe a Renaissance Fair. Should any youth have any suggestions, please let me know.

The Youth Group continues with their Legacy of Clean campaign. Should you be interested in any products, please see Kevin or Chris. We appreciate your continued support in this regard.

Please watch your email and Facebook (Redeemer Youth Group) for updates. Also check out the website redeemertomahawk.org for pictures. Youth Group is open to those in 6th grade thru 12th grade. Have a Wonderful Day. Youth and parents of, Please Watch The Weekly YG Note For More Dates , Events and Info

Kevin Schlueter 453-4814 (church); 282-4983